Chicago's top cop takes his turn on City Council hot seat: 'We are doing everything we can'

With Chicagoans on edge and a political target on his back, Chicago Police Supt. David Brown tried Friday to convince a skeptical City Council that “significant progress” is being made in the war on violent crime.

Hate crime reports in Chicago surge
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Reports of hate crimes are surging in Chicago, particularly crimes targeting Jews and Blacks, a top mayoral aide disclosed Thursday.

Adam Toledo shooting: Chicago cop who fatally shot teen will face full evidentiary hearing

A police officer now faces dismissal in the fatal shooting of 13-year-old Adam Toledo after a single Chicago Police Board member ruled against the objection of Chicago’s top cop during a meeting Thursday night.

Chicago police warn of armed robberies through Facebook Marketplace, Offer Up
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Chicago police have issued a warning regarding scams on "Facebook Marketplace" and ?Offer Up,? after 19 robberies were reported in the Englewood neighborhood.

Latest fundraising has Paul Vallas eager for campaign fight in Chicago mayoral race

A former Chicago Public Schools CEO, Paul Vallas said he has $1.82 million cash on hand after a modest third-quarter of fundraising, as well as a “significant spike” in contributions after the Sept. 30 deadline that has added $782,000 and counting to his campaign fund.

CTA dodges service cuts, fare hikes under proposed $1.8 billion budget

The CTA released its proposed 2023 budget Thursday that keeps all services, avoids fare hikes and retains discounted prices on certain passes that were implemented in last year’s budget.

Netflix to begin monetizing account sharing in early 2023

Consumers sharing their Netflix account with family or friends outside their household will have to pay extra starting early next year.

Florida man dies on Disney World ride after possible heart attack, deputies say

An 83-year-old Florida man died on a ride at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando after likely suffering from a heart attack, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said in an incident report.

Using social media to save money amid soaring prices
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Many companies are taking to social media for marketing and promoting sales. Danielle Wiley, CEO of Sway Group. shares some tips on how to use social media to cut costs on everyday purchases.